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StayGovernor's Square
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tallahassee State Capitol
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tallahassee State Capitol lives up to its name as a practical home base for the city’s visitors—legislators, university parents, and road-weary travelers alike. Tucked just off Magnolia Drive, this all-suite spot trades in stiff formality for an unfussy, contemporary vibe that feels halfway between hotel and modern apartment block. The lobby hums with morning energy as guests dip into a generous breakfast spread before heading out. Rooms are surprisingly spacious, with clever layouts allowing families or work crews to claim their own corners. The saltwater pool is a welcome balm on steamy afternoons, while the shared grills out back evoke tailgate camaraderie. This isn’t about luxury—expect some wear and tear—but it’s the kind of place where you bump into locals grabbing coffee on their way to the plaza, students on extended stays, and visiting families camped out for FSU or FAMU events. It bridges the community: a functional anchor for those passing through, yet rooted enough to feel like part of Tallahassee’s everyday rhythm.
StayEast Side
Hampton Inn & Suites Tallahassee I-10-Thomasville Rd
Set just off I-10 on Tallahassee’s east side, Hampton Inn & Suites offers a familiar sense of comfort for travelers moving between Florida’s capital and the rolling pine forests beyond. The lobby buzzes with the steady rhythm of families in transit, business guests juggling laptops, and staff who greet you by name even after a single night. While the bones of the building show their age—creaky doors, carpets that have seen better days—the energy at the front desk is fresh and genuine, with team members quick to solve problems or upgrade your stay. The breakfast area fills with the aroma of coffee and southern sausage each morning, acting as a crossroads for locals attending nearby events and out-of-towners en route to FSU games. This spot has become a waystation for alumni reunions, sports fans, and visiting families seeking reliable value close to both suburban conveniences and downtown action. Despite its flaws, there’s an unpretentious spirit here—less polished than trendy downtown hotels but more personal than chain competitors lining the highway.
StayDowntown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee stands tall in the heart of downtown, its glassy facade catching southern sun above Adams Street. The lobby hums with the energy of traveling professionals, FSU families, and local event-goers—everyone converging under the warm glow and signature scent of fresh-baked cookies. Rooms offer sweeping city views and plush beds, though time has left some spaces with a worn-in patina. The rooftop lounge draws guests for cocktails and panoramic sunsets over government domes, while the outdoor pool provides a midday escape from Florida’s humidity. While service can be stretched thin during rushes—especially on busy college weekends—the staff’s southern charm shines brightest when hosting community galas or milestone celebrations. This hotel is more than a place to sleep; it’s a crossroads for Tallahassee’s political pulse, university pride, and social gatherings, serving as both a launching pad for exploring the capitol and a gathering place where locals and travelers mingle over brunches and big conversations.
StayNortheast Tallahassee
Residence Inn by Marriott Tallahassee North/I-10 Capital Circle
Residence Inn by Marriott Tallahassee North/I-10 Capital Circle is the kind of place that quietly gets the job done—no flash, just comfort and consistency. Tucked in a peaceful patch just off I-10, it’s a haven for road-weary travelers, business folks on the move, and families seeking breathing room. The lobby feels like a comfortable living room, with guests chatting over complimentary breakfast or mapping out the day’s adventures. Suites are spacious and practical, with kitchenettes that invite longer stays or quick snacks after late arrivals. The indoor pool offers an escape from muggy Florida afternoons, while free parking and Wi-Fi keep life simple. Staff here go beyond rote hospitality; there’s a warmth to their greetings and a readiness to help, whether you’re ducking in from stormy weather or arriving with kids in tow. Locals know this spot as a reliable retreat during home renovations or family visits, while out-of-towners appreciate its proximity to Maclay Gardens and local parks. It’s not about glitz—it’s about feeling welcome in someone else’s living room.
StayApalachee Parkway
Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee Downtown/Capitol
Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee Downtown/Capitol is the kind of place where business travelers and road trippers cross paths, drawn by the unbeatable location at the heart of Florida’s capital. The lobby hums quietly with a mix of laptop warriors and families fresh off I-10, while the pool outside glimmers in the sun—an unexpected urban oasis. Rooms are straightforward and functional, some with tiny balconies offering a breath of air to shake off the road. Service stands out as genuinely warm—front desk staff go out of their way to troubleshoot the little things, whether it’s a late check-in or helping guests navigate the building’s odd elevator placement. Early risers gather in the breakfast area for hearty homemade dishes that feel more soulful than chain-standard fare, thanks to cooks who treat every plate like it’s for family. Locals rarely linger here—it’s a true traveler’s hub—but its proximity to FSU and the Capitol means it becomes a temporary home base for visiting parents, sports fans, and lobbyists alike. It isn’t luxury, but it delivers on honest hospitality and connection in a city built on comings and goings.
StayNorth Monroe
Fairfield Inn Tallahassee North/I-10
Just off I-10, Fairfield Inn Tallahassee North hums with the rhythm of road trips and university weekends. The lobby is a revolving door for families, sports teams, and solo wanderers—each greeted by a front desk crew who can be both outstandingly attentive or, at times, distracted by the grind. In the mornings, Monica’s breakfast spreads become an unexpected highlight: eggs steaming on the buffet and easy laughter filling the air, recalling the hospitality of Southern kitchens. Rooms aim for comfort but battle wear and tear; some feel freshly tidied, others bear scars of rushed renovations—think worn tiles and musty edges that tell stories of countless overnights. Out back, an indoor pool offers a brief escape, while the fitness center answers to restless energy after long drives. Locals rarely linger here unless hosting extended family or attending nearby tournaments. Instead, this place is a waystation—a pitstop connecting Florida’s panhandle to bigger journeys—anchored not by luxury but by moments of genuine care from staff who turn anonymous layovers into fleeting episodes of kindness.
StayAll Saints
Hampton Inn & Suites Tallahassee Capitol - University
The Hampton Inn & Suites Tallahassee Capitol - University sits at the beating heart of college town life, where railroad tracks and stadium lights shape the skyline and students drift between late-night bites and early morning lectures. The vibe here is utilitarian—no frills, but reliably clean, with a lobby that hums with families reuniting during graduation weekends, visiting academics, and sports fans prepping for game day. Complimentary breakfast draws a bustling crowd each morning, fueling guests before they stride out into the humid pulse of downtown or stroll to FSU or FAMU. Security is tight at night; swipe access after dark keeps things feeling safe in a district that never really sleeps. Construction noise sometimes filters in, blending with distant music from nearby bars—a reminder that you’re in the thick of it all. Locals see it as a launchpad for campus events and Tallahassee’s food scene, while out-of-towners appreciate its walkable access to everything worth seeing. This isn’t luxury—it’s the city’s welcome mat, worn but trustworthy, offering a front-row seat to the energy of Florida’s capital.
StayNorth Monroe
Quality Inn Tallahassee near University
Rolling up to the Quality Inn Tallahassee near University, you’re met with the no-nonsense vibe of a classic roadside lodge—straightforward, unpretentious, and humming with local color. The place sits across from a Walmart and shares its lot with a Burger King, making late-night cravings or last-minute errands effortless. Check-in might surprise you: an automated kiosk stands in for a traditional desk, but there’s always someone nearby—staff like Dwight or Rakita—ready to help out with real warmth and patience. Inside, rooms are clean and functional, some recently spruced up with new tile and fresh linens. The pool is a central anchor on hot Florida afternoons, drawing traveling families and solo adventurers alike; it’s often the cleanest thing on site and a magnet for kids after long car rides. The free breakfast is basic—think waffles, cereal, bananas—but gets the job done before heading out to FSU or downtown. Locals use this spot as a budget-friendly crash pad while the city pulses around it; regulars know which staff to ask for tips or even a discount. No frills, no pretense—just small-town hospitality at highway speed.
StayGovernor's Square
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tallahassee Central
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tallahassee Central sits just off the main drag, favored by families on road trips and business travelers needing extra space to spread out. It’s a classic all-suites property—functional, not flashy—with layouts that separate sleeping and living areas, a small fridge and microwave tucked into each room. The lobby buzzes quietly in the morning as travelers pick over complimentary breakfast, with the scent of waffles drifting past clusters of colleagues on laptops. Out back, a modest pool and barbecue setup hint at Florida’s laid-back lifestyle, though you’re more likely to see passing clouds than poolside parties. While the location makes it easy to hit Governor’s Square Mall or downtown Tallahassee in minutes, what really anchors the hotel is its steady stream of regulars: government workers, traveling nurses, sports parents. Locals rarely stay but know it as a reliable pit stop for visiting relatives or alumni during FSU weekends. The atmosphere is utilitarian—sometimes showing its age—but staff are quick with a smile and genuinely try to solve problems when they arise. This isn’t high design, but for those who prize space and convenience over frills, it does what matters.
StayNortheast Tallahassee
Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee North/I-10 Capital Circle
Tucked just off I-10, Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee North manages to deliver comfort without fuss. The lobby’s open, bright atmosphere invites travelers to sprawl in lounge chairs or catch a midday game on the TV, while outside, a leafy courtyard softens the interstate’s hum. Rooms are reliably spotless—think crisp linens and thoughtful touches like blackout shades and USB ports next to the bed. Staff here doesn’t just check you in; there’s genuine warmth at the desk, whether it’s a late-night arrival or an early check-in after a long drive. Locals use the space as a convenient base for university visits or family gatherings, while out-of-towners find calm in the indoor pool or at outdoor tables shaded by blooming crêpe myrtles. The casual bistro menu covers morning coffee runs and post-meeting snacks, though meals come at an extra cost. What sets this spot apart isn’t luxury—it’s the blend of southern hospitality with practical amenities that make travel feel less like a transaction and more like coming home for a short spell.
StayDowntown
Four Points by Sheraton Tallahassee Downtown
Four Points by Sheraton Tallahassee Downtown sits at the urban crossroads—steps from FSU’s campus and the pulse of Florida’s capital. The lobby hums with a blend of university visitors and business travelers, while locals drift in for a drink at the lively bar, where the smoked bourbon cocktail is a small spectacle. The staff, especially at the front desk and restaurant, have a genuine warmth that gives the place its anchor-in-the-community feeling. Rooms are crisp and modern, though some corners reveal Tallahassee’s humid DNA—a reminder that you’re deep in the Panhandle. Downstairs, the full-service restaurant and bar buzz after sunset, drawing guests and neighbors alike for happy hour or late-night Cosmopolitans by the pool. This hotel isn’t just crash space; it’s a gathering point for families visiting students, business folk on short stints, and locals seeking a little downtown escape. Sustainability touches—like L.E.E.D. certification—signal a nod to Tallahassee’s evolving identity. For those looking to bridge campus energy with city convenience, Four Points offers both connection and comfort.
East Tallahassee
Lucilla
Lucilla sits quietly behind a strip mall facade on Lafayette, but step inside and the world shifts. The space feels intimate yet lively, with soft clatter and low lighting that draws both locals and visiting families celebrating milestones. There’s no pretense—just a threadbare charm, like your favorite dinner party thrown by someone who really knows their way around a wine list. The kitchen leans into Southern comfort with an inventive twist: think Gulf grouper brightened by key lime sauce, vinegar chicken layered with earthy greens, or fried oysters crisped to perfection. Bread pudding and crème brûlée close the meal with a wink to tradition. Service is attentive and genuinely warm, offering guidance without hovering. Lucilla serves as more than just a restaurant in Tallahassee; it’s a gathering table for graduates, couples marking anniversaries, and out-of-towners craving something beyond chain fare. Locals know this is where modern flavors meet old-fashioned hospitality—a rare blend that keeps the dining room buzzing.
ShoppingMidtown
Hearth & Soul
Hearth and Soul is a gathering place and shopping experience where you can discover beautiful things for yourself, your home or someone special in your life. Our curated collection of simple, modern and classic items, including top brands and artisan goods, will both warm your heart and feed your soul.
ShoppingTimberlane Road
Narcissus
Narcissus sits tucked along Timberlane Road, a Tallahassee boutique where Southern hospitality collides with sharp, contemporary style. The space feels intimate yet vibrant—racks of flowing dresses and eye-catching accessories spill across polished floors, inviting you to slow down and explore. Staff here can be hit-or-miss, but when you catch them on a good day, the personal touch is real: stylists who remember your name, pull dresses in your size ahead of time, or recommend a local tailor to get the fit just right. There’s a playful energy in the air, drawing in everyone from prom hopefuls and mothers-of-the-bride to fashion lovers seeking something outside the mall mainstream. Narcissus is woven into Tallahassee’s social fabric—a spot for milestone moments and last-minute wardrobe miracles. Locals come for curated finds in sizes that actually fit real bodies; out-of-towners drive hours just for that one-of-a-kind dress. It’s not just shopping—it’s a rite of passage, a place where style stories begin.
Event VenueChaires
Shiloh Farm Church & Barn
Home of Shiloh Farm Chapel and Barn, this 65 acre property of open fields and majestic old oaks provides unique settings for any occasion.
DiningCollege Town
51 on Madison
A private club for Seminole Booster Members, 51 on Madison is a unique culinary experience that pushes the boundaries yet always remains true to its deep Tallahassee roots. The club offers a vibrant collision of unparalleled game weekend activation, year-round community fellowship networking, best-in-class indoor and outdoor meeting and event space and compelling food and beverage offerings.
Cultural VenueDowntown
Florida Historic Capitol Museum
Restored to its original 1902 condition, this historic building offers a truly unique setting for receptions, weddings and parties. Special exhibits interpreting the states political history are on display all year.
Event VenueGovernor's Walk
Bricks & Brass
This 5,600 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space features brick walls, polished concrete floors, mid-century modern light fixtures and large window that flood the space in natural light.
StayGraves Road Corridor
Holiday Inn & Suites Tallahassee Conference Ctr N, an IHG Hotel
A hotel that combines luxury accommodations with efficient conveniences perfect for modern travelers. With a contemporary style that boasts vibrant colors and modern technology access, quality award-winning service and a convenient location off I-10 guests can stay their way. Enjoy all the hotel has to offer with our excellent amenities. Take a swim in our outdoor pool or enjoy a soak in the hot tub. Exercise in our Fitness Center or use our Business Center to check your email. With our Bistro 27 Restaurant & Bar next to our lobby lounge you don’t need to go anywhere to eat.
StayNorth Monroe
Studio 6 Tallahassee, FL – North Monroe
La Casa Inn Tallahassee, your affordable choice of hotels in Tallahassee, Florida for business or pleasure. Stay with us and enjoy convenience to Florida Caverns State Park, Tallahassee Regional Airport and more. Plus, we features a variety of room types to fit every need, including open-loft suites with balconies, hot tub suites and more. When you stay with us, there are plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. And you can enjoy our outdoor pool and lounge as well as the Spanish-style courtyard with fountains that forms the centerpiece of our property. We have meeting space and a business center too.
StayDowntown
AC Hotel Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol
Enjoy Tallahassee as never before at the brand-new AC Hotel Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol. We’ve carefully crafted every detail for an amazing stay at Tallahassee’s newest entertainment district. Inside Cascades Park and minutes from Doak Campbell Stadium, FSU, the Florida Supreme Court, and the Tallahassee Airport, you’ll find our 154 signature well-appointed guest rooms and suites, free Wi-Fi, smart TVs, sleek furniture, premium bedding, a modern work desk, plenty of natural light, and picturesque views so you can be more productive, creative, and fulfilled. You are steps from the sophisticated AC Lounge® and AC Kitchen featuring European-inspired beverage and food offerings as well as our own Charlie Park Rooftop Dining, which serves up amazing views to accompany handcrafted cocktails and locally sourced American fusion cuisine. Add in 5,500 square feet of meeting space and fitness center, and we’ve thought of absolutely everything you need for an effortless stay in Tallahassee.
StayCollege Town
Residence Inn by Marriott Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol
Let us exceed expectations when you stay at Residence Inn Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol for your extended stay. Located in downtown between Florida State University and Florida A&M University, our hotel is 5 miles from the Tallahassee Regional Airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service. Enjoy convenient access to nearby attractions, such as Doak S. Campbell Stadium and the Florida State Capitol. Make yourself at home in our spacious, pet-friendly suites with luxury bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi, ergonomic workspaces and fully equipped kitchens.
DiningRailroad Square
Pineappétit
Pineappétit pulses with energy in Tallahassee’s Railroad Square, a creative hub where art studios and street murals spill color onto every corner. Step inside and you’re hit by the aroma of jerk spices, the hum of R&B drifting through the air, and the sight of pineapple bowls overflowing with vibrant, saucy creations. The chef often leaves the kitchen to chat with guests, creating an atmosphere that feels as much like a block party as it does a restaurant. Locals gather here for soulful comfort food with a Caribbean twist—think chicken Rasta Pasta or pineapple chicken bowls—while out-of-towners stumble upon it after exploring nearby galleries. Outdoor seating lets you soak up the Square’s laid-back, artsy vibe, where everyone from students to families comes together over punchy house-made juices and plates full of color and heat. Pineappétit isn’t just about food; it’s a community anchor, serving up flavor and hospitality that bridge Tallahassee’s creative spirit with Caribbean soul.
DiningAll Saints
Halisi Africa
Step into Halisi Africa and you’re instantly swept into a world where Tallahassee’s Railroad Square pulses with a pan-African heartbeat. The front boutique brims with handmade jewelry and vibrant textiles, drawing you through a threshold of colors and textures before you even hit the dining room. Inside, the air is alive with talk, laughter, and West African pop videos flickering on the wall. Tables—often shared by regulars and curious newcomers—are scattered with steaming bowls of egusi stew, fragrant jollof rice, and soft fufu begging to be pinched and dipped. The staff are more than servers; they’re guides to a culinary journey that balances authenticity with accessibility, eager to explain spices or share the origins of each dish. This isn't just a place to eat; it’s a community anchor where locals gather over guava drinks and newcomers get a crash course in African flavor profiles. It’s Tallahassee’s embrace of diaspora cuisine—a spot where tradition is honored but not museumified, always evolving through conversation and connection.
DiningLake Ella
Leon's at Lake Ella
Leon's at Lake Ella is the kind of place you remember long after you've wiped the last trace of she-crab soup from your lips. Housed in a humble lakeside cottage shaded by sprawling oaks, it sits right on the edge of Lake Ella—a patch of Tallahassee that feels both laid-back and quietly electric. The menu leaps from Southern classics to clever global riffs: shrimp and grits with a spicy corn cream, lamb pasta, tofu bao buns, or fried green tomato sandwiches stacked high. Diners sprawl at picnic tables under the trees, sharing laughter and bites as ducks waddle past. There’s a sense that everyone here—regulars, newcomers, out-of-town friends—is in on something special. Run by local chef Leon C. Brunson, this spot has become an anchor for midday gatherings and celebratory lunches alike. The food is bold, the prices are refreshingly fair, and the welcome is genuine. Whether you’re here for a leisurely Sunday or introducing visitors to Tallahassee’s soul, Leon’s is where good food and community meet right at the water’s edge.
DiningFSU Campus
Tally Mac Shack at 1851
At Tally Mac Shack at 1851, comfort food gets a quirky collegiate twist. Steps from FSU’s campus pulse, this is where big bowls of mac and cheese become the centerpiece—oozing with inventive toppings and unapologetic attitude. The vibe is easygoing and distinctly student-friendly: outdoor picnic tables, laughter drifting from small groups, staff that greet you like an old classmate. Expect combinations that wouldn’t fly in your grandmother’s kitchen—the Cluck Norris with buffalo chicken or the Tikka Masala bites bring global flavors to the all-American staple. There’s a sense of Tallahassee pride here, bridging local nostalgia with youthful energy. Regulars return for seasonal specials (lobster mac on Valentine’s Day is a cult favorite) and portions hearty enough to fuel a late study session or recover from game day. Affordable, fast, and reliably cheesy, it’s a gathering spot where campus locals and visiting families alike find common ground in guilty pleasure comfort—and where mac and cheese feels less like side-dish and more like cultural anchor.
DiningNortheast Tallahassee
Coosh's Bayou Rouge Restaurant
Step into Coosh's Bayou Rouge and you’re instantly hit with Tallahassee’s take on Louisiana soul—sports banners drape exposed brick, and the air hums with casual chatter and the clink of sweet tea glasses. It’s a place where the college crowd and families alike dive into generous bowls of gumbo or dig into po’ boys after a long day, no dress code or pretense required. On game days, it’s electric—TVs flicker with college football, and the patio fills up fast. The kitchen leans heavy into Cajun comfort: hush puppies arrive golden, catfish is simple but satisfying, and jambalaya pasta quickly becomes a favorite. Service swings from boisterous to laid-back depending on the pace, but there’s an undercurrent of genuine hospitality that threads through every meal. Locals love it for its unfussy vibe; out-of-towners stumble in for a taste of something real—a little bit messy, always filling, never fussy. Coosh’s isn’t just about food; it’s where Tallahassee’s communities gather over shared plates and touchdowns.
LandmarkMidtown
The Grove Museum
Step inside The Grove Museum and you’re caught in a hush that’s rare for Tallahassee—a stately house suspended between antebellum grandeur and the tangled roots of Florida’s past. This isn’t a sterile monument; it’s a living, breathing witness to political drama and hard truths, including stories of those enslaved here and the role the estate played in civil rights history. Guides greet visitors with warmth and an infectious curiosity, eager to share details etched into the old bricks and beneath the shaded canopy outside. The grounds themselves are an open invitation—families, dog-walkers, and solo wanderers find their own rhythm among walnut trees, family graves, and the occasional flock of catbirds or sheep grazing. Locals treat it as a quiet sanctuary away from city clatter; travelers stumble upon it as a hidden portal into another era. History is handled thoughtfully here—neither sanitized nor sensationalized—anchoring The Grove as both a community touchstone and a bridge across Tallahassee’s layered identities.
Cultural VenueMiccosukee
Goodwood Museum & Gardens
Originally a 1,600-acre cotton plantation, the home is now on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as museum situated on 20-acres of land with centuries old live oaks and gardens. In addition to the main house, there are 20 structures dating from 1835 to 1925. The main house features original family furnishings, porcelain, textiles, glassware and art.
Wakulla Springs
Wakulla Springs
Wakulla Springs feels like a portal to old Florida, where Spanish moss-draped oaks frame one of the world's largest freshwater springs and the hush of nature replaces digital static. The grand 1930s lodge, with its soaring cypress-beamed lobby and period charm, stands sentinel over glassy blue-green waters teeming with manatees, alligators, and a chorus line of wading birds. Families pile into riverboats helmed by local captains—sometimes serenading passengers with ballads—as they wind through wild cypress corridors, each bend alive with wildlife and stories. Inside the lodge, hand-dipped ice cream from the vintage parlor is an essential rite after a day spent swimming or exploring shaded trails. There’s no TV in guest rooms; instead, windows open to ancient forest and springs alive with history and quiet intrigue. Locals treat Wakulla as both sanctuary and playground—a place for family reunions and generations-old traditions—while travelers find respite from the modern world in its timeless calm. Here, the line between tourist and Floridian dissolves amid cool spring water and Southern hospitality.
OutdoorWakulla County
Wakulla River
Emerging from the mouth of the world’s largest freshwater spring, the Wakulla River is an Official Florida Canoe Trail and a part of Florida’s Statewide System of Greenways and Trails. This 10-mile long paddling trail is an easy half-day journey through the river’s clear, cool waters (with slow currents making the upstream journey simple for those choosing not to shuttle), but offers an outstanding opportunity to witness the area’s diverse plant and animal life. Paddlers can choose between a three or six-mile paddling excursion, and the current is mild enough to paddle up and down the river for as long as desired. Starting three miles downstream from the spring itself (Edward Ball Wakulla State Park is fenced off to boaters of all kinds), the Wakulla River is wide, nearly straight and lined with cypress trees. Overhead, cormorant, anhinga, osprey and other birds can be seen soaring and nesting in the towering trees. In the water, playful turtles and reclusive alligators are almost certain to be seen while manatee are also possbile when the water is warmer. Featured Uses: Canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. Dogs are not permitted. Access: From Tallahassee Take Hwy 363 (Woodville Hwy.) 18 miles south to State Rd. 98 (Coastal Hwy.) turn right follow to the west 2 miles. It is located on the left side before the bridge at the Wakulla River. Amenities: Kayak, paddle boarding and canoe rentals are available at the City of St. Marks Wakulla River Park launch point. Restrooms, benches, water access and parking are also available.
OutdoorAll Saints
Harry Smith Outdoors
Harry Smith Outdoors provides a safe and enjoyable way to experience north Florida's most vaulable asset: water! Join me as we kayak along spring-fed rivers, cypress swamps, freshwater lakes and coastal marshes. Half day, full day and multi-day eco-tours and fishing trips are available. Great fun for the whole family!
DiningCascades Park
The Edison - Restaurant Tallahassee
The Edisons Florida regional cuisine showcases the best of our great state and brings a world of flavor to Tallahassee. Our chef's will prepare from scratch daily our simple, fresh menu featuring diverse inspiration and local flare. Breakfast, brunch, dinner, or lunch. We will illuminate your senses. Our story is simple. After living in the city for over 22 years collectively, we noticed a major void in Tallahassees dining industry and knew it needed to be filled. Our beautifully restored building at the heart of our State Capital is a representation of our love of Florida and Tallahassee. On the menu you will find local, fresh from Florida products and classic items with preparations from all parts of our great state that offer something that Tallahassee has never experienced before. Paired with the picturesque backdrop of Cascades Park, there is no restaurant in town that offers a more unique dining experience. It is our pleasure to show and share all of the great bounty that Florida, Tallahassee and Cascades Park has given us. It is our mission to showcase the best of Florida. Enjoy!
OutdoorDowntown
Cascades Park
Named after the acclaimed jazz musicians and brothers Julian Cannonball and Nathaniel Nat Adderley, the Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park is designed as the centerpiece of downtown of the park. The outdoor amphitheater takes advantage of the areas idyllic weather where attendees are treated to a spectacular venue under starlit skies. The venue is host to a variety of artists and countless music lovers eager to hear them.
Tavern & TapGovernor's Walk
Level 8 Lounge
Hotel Duval’s sophisticated rooftop lounge features panoramic views of downtown Tallahassee. L8 has daily Happy Hour 4-7 p.m., Margarita Mondays, Tuesday WineTime, Little Black Dress Wednesdays, Thursdate Night, Sky High Cigar Club and VIP bottle service. Plus live music several nights a week, and a new tapas menu Tuesday through Saturday.
DiningDowntown
Eve on Adams
17th-floor rooftop lounge above the DoubleTree by Hilton Tallahassee offering some of the best views the Tallahassee skyline.
DiningCascades Park
Charlie Park
Refined but comfortable, Charlie Park features several indoor lounge areas and a stunning terrace offering dramatic views of Cascades Park. Delivering sophisticated cocktails, expertly curated wines and spirits and a shareable small-plates menu.
Tavern & TapDowntown
Bar 1903
Located in the historic Walker Library, Bar 1903 honors the history of mixology while pushing the boundaries of the cocktail experience. Juxtaposed by modern downtown surroundings, the 100+ year history of the building shines. Featuring a cocktail menu spanning 160 years, an extensive spirits list, and small plate fare centered around our own urban farm, Bar 1903 brings the finer things to all walks of life.
DiningCollege Town
Gaines Street Pies
The founders of Gaines Street Pies insist on fresh ingredients, homemade meatballs, real sliced bacon and the best of the rest. Their pizzas were such a hit, they added restaurants in Midtown and Market District. The menu also features calzone, sandwiches, salads, wraps, desserts and beer.
Cultural VenueFlorida State University
Student Life Cinema
One of the nation’s leading campus movie programs, featuring everything from recent blockbuster movies to documentaries, independent, foreign films and restored cinema classics. Movies are selected by an all-student committee.
Cultural VenueTallahassee
Florida State University College of Motion Picture Arts
Tucked inside the sprawling energy of Florida State University, the College of Motion Picture Arts pulses with creative ambition. Here, you’ll find a hive of aspiring filmmakers and storytellers, their ideas echoing through sound stages and editing suites late into the night. The atmosphere is electric—a collision of raw talent, technical mastery, and that special Southern hospitality Tallahassee does so well. It's not just a campus facility; it's a launchpad for new voices in American cinema. Faculty and staff are known for their candor and approachability, guiding students with both rigor and care. While prospective students tour the halls with hopeful eyes, seasoned locals recognize the college as a cultural anchor—its student screenings and collaborative projects ripple into the broader community, bridging campus life with Tallahassee’s art scene. Whether you’re here to study, collaborate, or simply soak up inspiration, this place offers a rare blend: world-class cinematic training grounded in real human connection.
Cultural VenueTallahassee
Florida State University Museum of Fine Arts
MoFA has a history of exciting exhibitions—from lush painting to dynamic sculpture, from challenging installations to provocative photography.
StayCollege Town
Hotel Indigo Tallahassee - Collegetown, an IHG Hotel
Live like a Seminole while staying steps away from Florida State University's Doak Campbell Stadium at Hotel Indigo Tallahassee. The seven-story boutique hotel is just three minutes from FSU's campus and a short drive from the state Capitol buildings. Decorated to reflect Tallahassee's fascinating history as a railroad town with rail map motifs on the walls and rugs, the 143 guest rooms and suites are welcoming to pets and include access to our 24-hour fitness center full of state-of-the-art cardio and weight equipment. Dine in Hotel Indigo's full-service restaurant that features dishes made from local ingredients and front-row views of FSU's intramural fields. Hotel Indigo also overlooks Gaines Street, the city's music, food, art, and fashion scene that will beckon you out for a day of fun.
ShoppingBetton Hills
Tallahassee Nurseries
Our Tallahassee Story... Since 1938 Tallahassee Nurseries has been a vital part of the Tallahassee Community. What started as only five acres of fresh produce has now grown into a fabulous garden experience, complete with a flower/gift shop, garden center and greenhouse! When Ruth and Eugene Ellis, Sr., began Tallahassee Nurseries in 1938, the present site was still in the country on the northern edge of town. They sold fresh produce and propagated an extensive collection of Azaleas and Camellias, which were grown in the ground and transplanted when they were sold. By the time their son Gene Ellis took over the business, the science of growing plants in containers meant nurseries could sell a wide selection of plants year around. Gene and his partner Dan Prosser built the business into a modern garden center with a full service landscaping division. In 2002, Paul Brock and Nate Prosser (both long time employees) bought the business and have continued to develop it into the city’s premier gardening center. Today, Tallahassee Nurseries is a fabulous shopping experience complete with a flower and gift shop, garden center, and greenhouse. As a small business, we are proud to support local non-profit organizations and provide employment for 65 full and part time employees.
ShoppingGaines Street
Retrofit Records
We love vinyl, and so should you! Established in 2011, and since then we’ve been doing our best to expose the city and our community to the greatest music available; new and old! We carry music for all tastes and pride ourselves on having the most diverse selection possible. Stop by the shop, flip through the record bins, check something out on our listening stations, and get some recommendations!
ShoppingMidtown
M&M Monogramming and More
Everything monogram. Bags, apparel, corporate, team and school, gifts, accessories, jewelry and sportswear brands for business. Locally owned and operated.
Cultural VenueLake Bradford/Cascade Lake
Tallahassee Museum
Catherine Murat, born a Virginian, moved to Florida with her parents where she met and married a Frenchman, Achille Murat. Related to George Washington by birth, she became a French princess by marriage. She lived at Bellevue from 1854 to 1867. In 1860, twenty-five enslaved descendants of Africans lived at Bellevue. They worked in the cotton fields, provided skilled labor, and tended to the cooking, among them members of the Hughes and Lee families. Explore these contrasting plantation communities at Bellevue’s house, kitchen, and slave cabin.
Cultural VenueFlorida A&M University
Meek-Eaton Black Archives Research Center and Museum
Housed within the first Carnegie Library built on a black land-grant college campus, the Meek-Eaton Black Archives has one of the most extensive collections of African American artifacts in the Southeast. One of 10 black archives in the country, it contains more than 500,000 archival records and 5,000 artifacts in its collection. Hours: Closed on Mondays Tuesday - Friday 10 AM TO 4:30 PM Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM Visitors must enter the building through the front, where the Carnegie Library is located. Additionally, if they choose to park in the guest parking spots in the rear near Dyson Pharmacy, visitors must first proceed to the FAMU Welcome Center or Parking Services to obtain a Guest Parking Pass and begin the approval process. If a visitor parks without following this procedure and completing it in its entirety, the archives will not be responsible for any ticketing or towing that may occur. For more information, email @famublackarchives or go to the FAMU Welcome Center. Follow on @famublackarchives on Instagram and @MeekEatonBlackArchives on YouTube
LandmarkSt. Marks
San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park
Spanish explorer Panfilo de Narvaez arrived in the area with 300 men in 1528 and two Spanish colonial forts were built here from the late 1600s to 1718. Andrew Jackson occupied the fort briefly in the early 1800s. The museum explains the history of this national landmark and displays contain Native American pottery and tools unearthed near the original fort.
OutdoorTallahassee
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
A masterpiece of floral architecture, the gardens feature a picturesque brick walkway, secret garden, reflection pool, walled garden and hundreds of camellias and azaleas.These beautiful ornamental gardens were first planted in 1923 by Alfred B. and Louise Maclay after they purchased the property for their winter home. Lake Hall provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Boats without gas-powered motors are allowed. Pavilions and grills along the lakeshore provide the perfect setting for a picnic. For walking enthusiasts, two short nature trails meander through the woods overlooking the lake. Hikers, bicyclists and equestrians can enjoy six miles of shared-use trails and five miles of designated biking trails winding through the woods surrounding Lake Overstreet, located on park property adjoining the gardens. Peak blooming season is from January 1 through April 30, with the floral peak in mid-to-late March. During these months, a special fee is charged for visiting the gardens and the historic Maclay House.
OutdoorMyers Park
Myers Park
Park is located in the downtown area, amenities include picnic shelters, large pavilion, open field, playground and nature and hiking trails, tennis courts and Wade Wehunt Pool. Courts available for open play daily sunrise to 10 p.m. Pool lane availability and fees can be found at https://www.talgov.com/parks/parks-aquatics-wehunt.aspx.
OutdoorTallahassee
Piney Z Lake
Piney Z Lake is a 200-acre open water lake located in Lafayette Heritage Trail Park on the East side of Tallahassee. Surrounded by Tom Brown Park on the West and J.R. Alford Greenway on the East, this park is full of wildlife, lush greenery, and vast amenities intended for the whole family. Featured Uses: Kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and bird/wildlife watching. Park Access: Lafayette Heritage Trail Park
LocaleTallahassee
Gardner Road
Located on Carr Lake Amenities: Boat Ramp Phone: 850.606.1470 Days: Sun. - Sat. Hours: Sunrise to sunset. Boat ramp open 24/7 Normal hours of all Leon County parks are one-half hour before sunrise until one-half hour after sunset. No person may remain in any park between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise unless engaged in the following activities: 1. Boating, involving the use of an authorized boat launching facility. 2. Fishing in an authorized area. 3. Camping in an authorized, designated camping area located within Class II or III parks. 4. Engaged in an activity where lighting is provided for a specifically organized, supervised recreational program within Class II and III park and recreation areas.
OutdoorNorth Meridian
Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park
Tallahassees most expansive and wild urban park is a beautiful 670 acre tract of land on the eastern shore of Lake Jackson. The park offers magnolias, massive tulip poplars, streams and seven miles of trails which includes the bluebird trail housing 30 bluebird boxes. During fall migration, Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park attracts cerulean warblers, scarlet tanagers and wood thrushes.
Cultural VenueTallahassee
Tall Timbers
Recognized as one of the nation’s largest leading land trusts by conserving more than 160,000 acres in North Florida and South Georgia, this fire-ecology-oriented research station is where in 1895 naturalist Henry Beadel began his work on using fire as a timber and wildlife-management tool. It was originally Beadel’s hunting plantation. The Tall Timbers Research Station was established in 1958 and researchers continue his work there. Tours offered by appointment only
OutdoorRhoden Cove
Rhoden Cove Landing
Located on Lake Jackson. Amenities: Picnic Area, Grills, Open Grass Area, Boat Ramp Phone: 850.606.1470 Days: Sun. - Sat. Hours: Sunrise to sunset. Boat ramp open 24/7Normal hours of all Leon County parks are one-half hour before sunrise until one-half hour after sunset. No person may remain in any park between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise unless engaged in the following activities: 1. Boating, involving the use of an authorized boat launching facility. 2. Fishing in an authorized area. 3. Camping in an authorized, designated camping area located within Class II or III parks. 4. Engaged in an activity where lighting is provided for a specifically organized, supervised recreational program within Class II and III park and recreation areas.
OutdoorLafayette Park
Lafayette Park
Park amenities include fitness trail, tennis courts, basketball court and play ground. Courts available for open play from sunrise to 10 p.m.
ShoppingCrawfordville
The Wilderness Way
Offers kayak and canoe rentals down the crystal blue Wakulla River.
OutdoorTallahassee
Lake Jackson
Located just north of Tallahassee, Lake Jackson has been nationally known for its largemouth bass fishery. This lake has a high diversity of aquatic vegetation including hydrilla, eelgrass, and maidencane, which are the best habitats to fish for bass. Although large in size (4,000-acres), Lake Jackson is shallow with an average depth of about 7 feet and a maximum depth of 30 feet. A natural sink-hole, Lake Jackson periodically goes dry. There are 5 public boat ramps around the lake and one fish camp. When water levels are low, the best ramps to use on Lake Jackson are Jackson View Boat Landing, Sunset Landing and Crowder Road Landing. Insider tip: The best bass fishing time of year is the spring through early summer (February through May).
OutdoorPedrick Road
J. R. Alford Greenway
In terms of outdoor spaces, the J.R. Alford Greenway is one of Tallahassee’s most popular parks. With more than 17 miles of multi-use trails, this park offers a wide variety of activites to satisfy every type of nature lover including cyclists, runners, horseback riders, hikers, and dog walkers. There is ample parking available at the entrance to the park where visitors can enjoy the gorgeous view of the wide open greenway. The open terrain contains a crushed oyster shell path that can be followed into Tallahassee’s iconic and naturally wooded forests. Another entrance, located to the right of the greenway, will lead you to the magnificent Lafayette Heritage Trail. Unpaved, this trail will send you past a short span of large trees and over a gorgeous, wooden boardwalk styled bridge, built high above the railroad tracks with gorgeous views overlooking Piney Z Lake. Past the bridge, the path becomes unpaved again and shaded with enormous trees.
RecreationMyers Park
Capital City Country Club
Capital City Country Club is located in beautiful downtown Tallahassee, Florida less than five minutes from the State Capitol, Florida State University and Florida A&M University. The Club is set in the pines and oaks of the Myers Park District adjacent to the spectacular new Cascades Park Project. Capital City Country Club is a Semi-Private Club, offering limited public play opportunities. Capital City Country Club is a full service venue with two large banquet rooms that are perfect for weddings or large meeting space. We have an Olympic size swimming complex and teach swimming lessons during the summer months. Our tennis complex has five courts including both hard and clay courts with lighting for evening play. Our 18 hole golf course was designed by famed architect AW Tillinghast and is the most beautiful course in Tallahassee.
OutdoorMarianna
Florida Caverns State Park
This is one of the few state parks with dry (air filled) caves and is the only state park in Florida to offer cave tours to the public. Featuring formations of lime stone including stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, flow stones and draperies.
OutdoorNorthwest Tallahassee
Okeeheepkee Prairie Preserve
The park offers an active park space through a new ADA-compliant playground with a focus on inclusive play equipment designed to accommodate children of all abilities. The playground’s vibrant colors and patterns and natural materials, such as rocks, logs and hills, encourage imaginative play-based learning that enhances sensory engagement.
LandmarkGovernor's Walk
Rosa Parks Mural
The walls in Tallahassee have never been so full of color. A new mural by artist Kollet Hardeman was recently revealed at The Florida People's Advocacy Center in Frenchtown. Often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights era," Rosa Parks is most well-known for her 1955 refusal to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. This refusal sparked the Montgomery bus boycott, a pivotal event of the Civil Rights Movement. Although Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat led her to become a popular symbol of the civil rights movement, her action that day on the bus was a natural outgrowth of her life long dedication to activism and civil rights. In fact, Parks was a longtime member of Montgomery National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and when she inspired the bus boycott, Parks had been the secretary of that organization for twelve years. Parks founded the Montgomery NAACP Youth Council and later served as secretary of the Alabama State Conference of the NAACP, where she traveled throughout the state interviewing victims of discrimination and witnesses to lynching's.
Cultural VenueDowntown
LeMoyne Arts
Discover regional artists and original giftable artworks inside the gallery and gift shop, housed in the historic antebellum Meginnis-Munroe House (1854). Explore the beautiful sculpture gardens and self-guided audio tour when visiting this Tallahassee jewel, located in the Park Avenue Historic District.
Cultural VenueTallahassee
Signature Art Gallery
A commercial art gallery offering original works in a variety of media. Additionally, the gallery offers an extensive selection of limited edition prints and custom framing services.
Cultural VenueRailroad Square
All Saints Cinema
A small theater inside the once operational Amtrak train station that shows indie and foreign films. All Saints Cinema is run by The Tallahassee Film Society (TFS) which was formed for the purpose of bringing foreign and American independent films to the Tallahassee area. Modeled after other film societies in the southeastern United States, TFS presents films all year around and occasionally promotes specialized film events and guests.
Cultural VenueMidtown
Theatre Tallahassee
During its 50-year history, it offered productions ranging from family fare like Peter Pan, to dramas such as Angels in America to entertainment like My Fair Lady. Also produces intimate Coffeehouse shows on a second stage, collaborates with other arts groups on original work and highlights visual artists in its gallery.
Cultural VenueRailroad Square
Railroad Square Art District
Historic warehouse district now home to more than 50 artist studios, galleries, and small shops. Railroad Square Art Park serves as Tallahassee's "Art District," the creative haven for many Tallahassee artists and other creative, small businesses, such as vintage clothing and thrift stores, shops featuring locally-made products, and even a vintage pinball arcade and indoor rock climbing gym. The brightly colored buildings, eclectic shops and variety of outdoor art and murals made this one of the top selfie locations in Tallahassee. There are plenty of options for dining/refreshments including Black Dog Cafe on the Square (coffee, gourmet pops, and more), the Crumbox Gastgarden (only cafe in town built out of a real railroad caboose), and the Railroad Square Craft House, serving pub food and craft beer in a colorful outdoor art garden. On the first Friday of every month, the park hosts the "First Friday Gallery Hop," a highly popular event from 6-9pm celebrating art, music and fun. Second Saturdays are now also a popular at the art park, with open galleries and shops during the daytime, and events at Black Dog and the Crumbox in the evening. However, Railroad Square is now becoming a daily destination, with many shops open in the afternoon Tuesday/Wednesday through Sunday. See website for details on events and businesses, and follow Facebook to keep up with the Art Park's many happenings!
LandmarkTallahassee
Westcott Fountain
The James D. Westcott Building is a historic building on the campus of The Florida State University. The Wescott Plaza and Fountain is a popular spot for Senior Portraits.
Cultural VenueDowntown
Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra has provided the community the world of live symphonic music since 1982. Led by Maestro Darko Butorac, the professional orchestra annually performs a five-concert Masterworks Series, two December holiday concerts, a young people’s concert, and outdoor pops in the park concert. Most events are held in the acoustically and visually stunning Ruby Diamond Concert Hall on the FSU campus. For performance schedules and locations visit http://tallahasseesymphony.org.
Cultural VenueMonticello
Monticello Opera House
Built in 1890 by businessman and theater lover John Perkins, the opera house is still used for plays, musicals, concerts and murder mystery dinners. For a list of upcoming events and ticket costs visit www.monticellooperahouse.org.
RecreationHavana
Tallahassee Paintball Sports LLC
Tallahassee Paintball Sports was established in 1995 for the safe playing of all aspects of Paintball Sports. We have rental equipment including Opus and emek 50 cal air, Tippmann 98's and emek 68 cal air, and masks/goggles. We do offer airsoft open play every other Saturday. We have 7 fields. One woodsball field, One 55 gal barrel field, one wood bunker field, 2 different size hyper ball fields, a Sup'Air inflatable bunker fields, and a large nuke field. We are open to everyone every Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm or later.
Tallahassee
Tallahassee Automobile Museum
Features more than 170 rare vehicles autos including a 1931 Duesenberg, the Tucker and three Batmobiles. Other collections include antique boat motors, Native American artifacts, sports memorabilia, motorcycles and pedal cars.
Cultural VenueVillage Square
Publix Aprons Cooking School at Village Square
Publix Aprons cooking classes are a unique way to spend time together as a family or enjoy a special night out. Whether you’re looking to raise your culinary cred in a hands-on class or relax with a cooking demonstration, there’s a class for every cook! Explore all the cooking classes we offer. • Family cooking classes • Kids, juniors & teens cooking classes • Hands-on cooking classes • Couples cooking classes • Cooking workshops • Private cooking classes • Virtual cooking classes • Cooking demonstrations Drink responsibly. Be 21. Chefs follow CDC mask guidelines.
RecreationTallahassee
Chuck E. Cheese
Chuck E. Cheese provides great food for the family including freshly baked pizzas and a garden fresh salad bar. Great place to take the kids for everyday fun or for special occasions such as birthdays, play groups and school fundraising events.
RecreationJohn Knox
Trousdell Aquatics Center
The Trousdell Aquatic Center features a 50-Meter Pool with 14 lanes and open to the public. The Trousdell Aquatic Center has hosted USA Synchronized Swimming sanctioned events, as well as USA Swimming Sanctioned events.
RecreationTallahassee
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Tallahassee is more than a trampoline park! It is home to more than 10 attractions including a Sky Rider, Indoor Ropes Course, Lazer Fury & more!
ShoppingNorth Monroe
Gamescape
Located at Railroad Square Art Park, across from the Crum Box, Gamescape is a hobby store and LAN Center. Visit us for the latest hit video games and your Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokemon, Warhammer 40K or board game needs.
OutdoorLamont
North Florida Wildlife Center
We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife through public education, propagation, and projects in the field. We offer a facility tour to the public Wednesday- Sunday 10am-4pm. We offer different tour options, some which will include animal encounters with our black and white ruffed lemurs or one of our red kangaroo or wallaby joeys.
RecreationTallahassee
Capital Lanes
Featuring 40 cosmic lanes, automatic scoring, a large game room, laser tag and a full-service bar and grill.
Cultural VenueTallahassee
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
The lab hosts free public tours of the facility on the third Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. No reservations are required for this standing tour; just show up wearing close-toed shoes!) and check in at the reception desk. These tours include a general overview of the Magnet Lab and the research conducted here as well as explanations of the different types of magnets used here, including resistive magnets, superconducting magnets, pulsed magnets and our world-record hybrid magnet. The lab is located in Tallahassee's Innovation Park at 1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive. The standing monthly tours are not intended for school groups or other large groups. Read more about tours for those groups below.
OutdoorMiccosukee
Jubilee Orchards
Jubilee Orchards believe in offering a fun, celebratory environment that promotes a sense of togetherness and community for both friends and staff. Through sound environmental farming practices, Jubilee offers quality products that are fresh, locally made and healthful.
Tallahassee
Morcom Aquatics Center
A $10.5 million facility, located off-campus next to the Don Veller Seminole Golf Course, includes 30 practice lanes and maintains a temperature of 80 degrees. The diving well features two one-meter and two three-meter springboards as well as one, three, five, seven-and-a-half and 10 meter platforms. It has hosted USA Diving World Championship Syncro Trials 2014, ATT USA Diving National Diving Championships 2009, USA Diving World Championship Team Trials 2013, USA Diving Senior Zone B Championship 2012, USA Diving Masters Spring National Championships 2011, Women's Collegiate Club Water Polo National Championships 2012
OutdoorWakulla Springs
Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park
The invigorating 70 degree waters are sure to refresh you on even the hottest summer days. The historic lodge is an elegant remnant of old Florida, and the ancient cypress swamps made the perfect backdrop for old Hollywood movies. Wakulla Springs is a place where history stretches back thousands of years, from early Native Americans who lived in shoreline villages to filmmakers who recognized the primeval quality of the parks swamps and wildlife when they decided to film Tarzans Secret Treasure (1941) and Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) here. Today, visitors can swim where mastodons once roamed and take guided boat tours where dugout canoes once glided across the cool waters. Alligators, manatees and an abundance of bird life can all be seen. Visitors can also marvel at a 1930s Spanish style lodge with its period furniture, original elevators and colorful painted ceilings that depict wildlife and Old Florida scenes.
DiningMarket District
Lofty Pursuits
Lofty Pursuits opened in 1993 as a small skill toy store. Over the years, the product lines expanded, and every time Lofty Pursuits outgrew an old location and moved, something major was added. First, it was board games and general toys, then a full-service soda fountain and candy making, most recently it has been a full kitchen to do a daily brunch, and to make more candy. Lofty Pursuits has been the set for film, a location that preserves lost skills like Victorian Candy Making and a place where you can find a smile, when you need it, when you want it, and even when you are not looking for it. So come in, enjoy our collections of odd things that should be preserved, have brunch, watch us make candy and taste hard candies when they are warm. See us make candy canes, pull out a board game and sit back and play for a bit. Not everything in life should be rushed, but everything should make you happy. Lofty Pursuits, your happy place in Tallahassee.
LandmarkMission San Luis
Mission San Luis
Enjoy Tallahassees only National Historic Landmark as you explore 64-acres of the former western most capital of Spanish Florida. Interpreters in historic clothing will teach you about the life of the Apalachee and Spanish people who lived and worked here more than 300 years ago. San Luis is pet friendly and a great place to picnic. Guided Group Tours are available with advance reservation. Open Tuesday Sunday 10am 4pm
Tavern & TapKillearn Lakes
Growler Country
Growler Country is Tallahassee’s premier tavern & grill with the largest & most impressive tap offerings. As Florida’s undisputed FIRST growler filling station, Growler Country is committed to “Letting the Good Times Pour.” Check out Growler Country's curated tap list highlighting award-winning craft beers, ciders, cocktails, & wine. From the best local beers to hard to find selections from around the country & worldwide. For your “growling” stomach, they offer amazing tacos, traditionally sauced or craft beer-infused chicken wings, Tally’s award-winning #1 Cuban Sandwich, & more tavern-menu usual suspects, only with uncompromised quality & mouthwatering flavor.
Tavern & TapTallahassee
DEEP Brewing Company
DEEP Brewing Company artfully crafts the finest small batch ales and lagers in our hometown of Tallahassee, FL. Our passion for the finite depths of the world's oceans is surpassed only by our desire to explore the infinite depths of beer flavor and aroma. DEEP Brewing pays homage to historic European and American styles while diving headlong into an unknown sea of possibilities.
Tavern & TapSouth Monroe
Proof Brewing Company
Proof Brewing Co. is Tallahassee's largest brewery. After opening its doors in 2012, Proof is one of the citys most beloved local watering holes where guests can enjoy a modern yet intimate tasting room, expansive lawn, covered patio, private events room, and award-winning craft beer. The recently added on-site Brewpub showcases an innovative Southern cuisine menu featuring shareable pub favorites with fresh, locally sourced items. Proof offers a wide variety of bold and flavorful beers in year-round and seasonal packaged cans at the Brewpub and Tallahassee retailers. Follow us @proofbrewingco
Tavern & TapCollege Town
Oyster City Brewing Company Tallahassee
Come enjoy our delicious OCBC brews in our spacious beer garden and enjoy the live music on the weekends! Bringing a taste of Apalachicola to Tallahassee! #madebythewater
Tavern & TapWest Side
Lake Tribe Brewing Company
Florida craft brewery with a wide selection of beers inspired by the outdoors. Family owned and operated in Tallahassee, Lake Tribe Brewing Company was born and raised in the Capital City to share the love of making and drinking craft beer.
Tavern & TapMidtown
Finnegan's Wake
Finnegan's Wake is the kind of neighborhood bar that wears its Irish soul proudly but without pretense. Tucked along Thomasville Road, it buzzes with the easy charm of a true local haunt—patrons spilling onto the patio, pints and laughter flowing late into the night. The bartenders here don't just sling drinks; they remember your name, swap stories, and keep the energy up even at peak hours. Weeknights might offer a rare pocket of quiet before the midnight surge, while weekends transform the place into a raucous gathering spot fueled by live music and themed trivia nights. The decor nods to its Irish roots—there's even talk that part of the bar was brought over from Ireland itself—yet it somehow feels more Tallahassee living room than tourist cliché. Regulars and newcomers mix easily, drawn by good deals on classic pours like Irish car bombs or simply to soak up the convivial atmosphere. Finnegan's isn't about fancy pub fare or curated cocktails; it's about community, camaraderie, and that rare sense of belonging you only find in a truly loved local bar.
Tavern & TapSouth Monroe
Walls Distilling Company
Blending tradition and innovation in the art of distillation at @somowallstlh
DiningMarket Street District
The Wine House on Market St. & The Wine Bar, Upstairs
Offer a large selection of thoughtfully selected, low production great value wines from around the world. A unique wine experience...every time you shop. The Wine Bar, Upstairs: Specialty wine, craft beer, & cheese boards featuring local artisan cheeses with creative accompaniments. A unique wine experience...in a most casual atmosphere! Saturday with live music: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Tavern & TapLevy Park
Ology Brewing Co [Midtown]
Ology Brewing Co. is an ultra premium craft beer brewery focused on creating the newest craft beer styles. Nationally and internationally recognized as a trending craft producer, Ology Brewing Co. works to revive old-world recipes, and experiment with new techniques to give guests a better-quality beer experience in each of its Tallahassee taprooms. Each taproom has its own unique culture, atmosphere and available products, including barrel-aged sour ales, double dry hopped hazy IPAs, barrel-aged imperial stouts and everything in between.
Tavern & TapCollege Avenue
Potbelly's
The Painted Lady is the hottest 21 PLUS Tallahassee party spot, and now we've made it easier to you to keep up to date with the latest specials and events. No other bar in town has been this busy for over 10 years straight, with over 20,000 square feet of party space, with 18 of the best bartenders in town, with the some of the best live music anywhere.
DiningDowntown
Juicy Blue Tapas Bar & Bistro
A full-service restaurant in Four Points by Sheraton, Juicy Blue serves American cuisine at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu ranges from egg rolls to New York strip.
Tavern & TapFrenchtown
Ken's Tavern
Ken’s Tavern serves drinks, drafts and shots, including bottomless pitchers and fishbowls.
StayCapitol Hill
Aloft Tallahassee Downtown
Full bar in a sassy setting with specialty seasonal cocktails, pinot noirs, refreshing pints and small bites. XYZ’s live entertainment features some of the best musicians in the region, including jazz, indie, Americana and “coastal soul.”
Tavern & TapBannerman
Barrel Proof lounge
Tallahassee's largest collection of whiskey in one building, coupled with finely crafted cocktails created in house.
RecreationTallahassee
District 850
The 40,000 sq. ft. facility will become your new favorite place in Tallahassee. From our onsite restaurant with delicious culinary options to our wide range of games and activities, theres something for everyone.
Tavern & TapMidtown
The Brass Tap
With two locations in Tallahassee, The Brass Tap pours from more than 60 taps and serves more than 300 craft beers from around the world in a neighborhood atmosphere that includes live music, televised sports, and a cigar patio. The menu offers shareables, tacos, pizza, sandwiches, salads and flatbreads. Events include trivia nights and “Brewery of the Month.”
Tavern & TapMidtown
The Leon Pub, Inc.
Serving more than 300 beers including ales, porters, stouts and cider. Smoke-friendly. Open most nights 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. With pool tables, jukebox, pinball, vintage and neon signage, and hole-in-the-wall ambiance.
DiningCollegeTown
Madison Social
Madison Social on the edge of FSU campus delivers classic pub fare with a twist. On weekends, the menu highlights gourmet brunch items, Blood Marys, mimosas and sangria. Patrons from Seminole fans to happy-hour professionals rave about the hand-crafted cocktails and beer cocktails.
Tavern & TapMidtown
Fire Betty's
Fire Betty's proudly showcases local and regional musicians, providing a platform for homegrown talent to shine. With its welcoming stage and enthusiastic audience, it's the perfect place for emerging artists to captivate crowds and make their mark on Tallahassee's music scene.
Tavern & TapAll Saints
Fermentation Lounge
Set in the heart of the All Saints Art District, the Fermentation Lounge features over 26 taps, nearly 100 bottled craft beers and artisan wines in an intimate, mid-century setting. The weekly changing Fermentation menus are complemented by a staff happy to help you sort through and learn about beers from Altbier to Witbier and wines from Baco Noir to Zinfandel.
Tavern & TapTallahassee
Geo's Pool And Pub
2717 Mahan Drive Tallahassee FL 32308 850-727-74989
Tavern & TapTennessee Strip
Bullwinkle's Saloon
College students flock to Bullwinkle’s for bottomless drink specials, shots, live music, local DJs, and Beer Pong tourneys. Live music outside, dance music inside and a double-decker beer garden.
Tavern & TapCascades Park
Amicus Brewing Ventures
Amicus Brewing Ventures, where friendship, adventure, and beer unite. Join our warm, friendly Tallahassee haven for good beer and lively conversations. Your adventure begins here!
Event VenueMiccosukee
The Hub at Feather Oaks
ALL TRAILS LEAD TO THE HUB! Your gateway to the greenway. Tap room & performance venue. Thurs-Sunday
DiningNortheast Tallahassee
Hangar 38
We have a game for everyone! Hangar 38 is home to 79 arcade games and bowling lanes. Whether you’re a newbie, an all-star, or a beer frame champion, no matter how you roll, you’ll find the best place to go bowling is at Hangar 38. Zeppelin’s at Hangar 38 is a premier full-service restaurant and sports bar. Guests will enjoy Chef crafted cuisine whether they are relaxing in our 190-seat deluxe restaurant or grabbing a bite at our state-of-the-art boutique bowling lanes. Diners can delight their taste buds with choices ranging from our Zepp’s and wings tossed in Zeppelin’s signature sauces, to our Shepard’s Pie egg rolls, and unique specialty pizzas. Our top-notch full-service bar offers aviation inspired cocktails and 16 draught beers. It is our mission at Zeppelin’s and Hangar 38 to give every guest an amazing dining experience!
DiningFrenchtown
Lemon Pepper Chicken
Confort Food - Quick Bites for pick up.
DiningNorthside
Gordos Northside
Authentic Cuban cuisine, including the Media Noche, a sandwich named one of the best nine in Tallahassee, and the Gordo Smash, Gordos signature rum punch.
DiningTallahassee
Backwoods Crossing
Enjoy Food From Our FARM To Your FORK Growing up on a ten acre, 100+ year old plantation house in rural north Florida shaped Jesse and Tylers love of the earth and its bounty. When Jesse found his passion as a chef, the natural next step was to start growing his own produce for his creative dishes. Tyler moved home from Qatar, having worked there for five years in engineering, and the brothers began creating their new restaurant. Together they have formed a powerful team to expand the Backwoods brand to include the Farm-to-Table Backwoods Crossing.
DiningKillearn Estates
El Viroleño Salvadorean Cuisine
Authentic Latin American cuisine, specializing in Salvadoran dishes. Regulars rave about the pupusas Salvadoreña and the tamales. Hand-written menus and daily specials.
DiningTallahassee
Hopkins Eatery
Hopkins' Eatery offers a large variety of handcrafted hot and cold sandwiches, soups, salads, and sweets. A lunch hot spot for decades, Hopkins is known for its fresh ingredients, friendly service, and creative, healthy specials. Now open for lunch and dinner, in three locations.
DiningWest Tennessee Street
Los Carnales Fusion
Traditional Mexican and Guatemalan dishes in Tallahassee
DiningCollege Town
Isabella's Pizzeria Napoletana
Isabella's menu contains the best products and have a variety of flavors with a distinctive, different, and expressive touch. Authentic Neapolitan Style Pizza also featuring Calzones, Paninis, Salads, Dessert Pizzas and Gelatos.
DiningTallahassee
Habana's Boardwalk - Cuban Restaurant
Authentic Cuban cuisine, prepared by chefs trained to cook in Havana, Cuba. Customer favorites include filetillo salteado de pollo (strips of chicken sautéed in peppers, onion and tomatoes) and churros con helado (fried dough filled with milk caramel and ice cream).
DiningBannerman
Dao Restaurant
Dao Restaurant is the latest offering from the owners of Azu Restaurant, building on more than 40 years of experience in serving the finest in Japanese, Sushi, & Asian Fusion cuisine to Tallahassee.
DiningCollege Town
Curbside BBQ & Seafood
Curbside BBQ provides a treat for your tastebuds. The restaurant is a black-owned business.
DiningKillearn
Red Elephant Pizza & Grill
Red Elephant serves made-to-order pizzas, soups and other American fare in a lively, family-friendly setting. Offers a kids menu and has on-site arcade.
DiningMidtown
El Rey Tacos & Beer
Enter the royal ring of flavors! 🌮👑🥊 Tacos, beers, micheladas, and sangrias all authentically Mexican. Every bite is fit for a king, and every sip packs a punch. Join us and celebrate like a king every day!
DiningBannerman
Mom & Dad's Italian Restaurant
Mom and Dad's Italian Restaurant is a fine dining, authentic Italian Restaurant. Rich in tradition, they have been serving the Tallahassee community for 52 years.
DiningCapital Circle Northeast
Captain Pete's House of Gyros
Serving Tallahassee for 20+ years, House of Gyros serves gyros, flavorful vegetarian dishes, desserts and other authentic Greek specialties.
DiningMidtown
Sakura Japanese Sushi & Grill
Sakura serves Japanese cuisine, featuring sushi – from flaming sushi roll to sashimi serve atop ice sculptures – and cooked dishes including crunchy tempura, katsu, teriyaki, Udon, Donburi, and hibachi. Plus sake, beer and wine.
Midtown
The Frother’s Daughter
The traveling Frother’s Daughter coffee truck provides unique, local Tallahassee coffee flavor to its customer’s taste buds all over town. From a simple idea between a father and daughter within a household built on coffee grounds, find family values and passion for coffee right in your hands. Find the schedule of locations at thefrothersdaughter.com.
DiningGlenview-Pinegrove
Clusters & Hops, Wine Bar, Restaurant & Retail Gourmet Shop
Comfortable atmosphere combining a gourmet cheese and wine retail shop with a restaurant that brings European and American cuisine together. Features over 1200 wine selections, over 100 cheese selections and over 75 beer selections.
DiningGriffin Heights
Wahoo Sports Grill
It’s about seafood at Wahoo’s, from its signature “swamp boil” to boom-boom shrimp, sesame-crusted wahoo, jambalaya, crawfish, boiled shrimp, oysters, and AYCE crab legs on Mondays. Plus a full bar, Tequila Thursday specials, live music on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and Sunday brunch.
DiningTallahassee
Marco's Pizza
Pizza, Italian-style subs, wings, salads, breads, meatball bakes, and brownies. Carry-out or delivery.
DiningDowntown
Metro Deli
Breakfast and lunch menus include bagels, grits, eggs, sandwiches, hoagies, subs, wraps, melts, pasta, soup and salads. Dine in, carry out, or call for delivery. Daily specials.
DiningDowntown
Farmer's Daughter Vineyards + Tasting Room
A third-generation farming family, producing award-winning small-batch wines, from start to finish - A short drive from Tallahassee.
DiningDowntown
VeneBites
Authentic Venezuelan Food! We offer authentic traditional Venezuelan food, prepared to order, to provide our customers with a high-quality, homemade flavor. Our products are handcrafted without any preservatives and using high quality ingredients. Some of our products are: arepas, empanadas, cachitos, tequenos, sancocho (soup), pastichos (Venezuelan Style lasagna), paella and a variety of typical Venezuelan drinks and desserts.
DiningCapital Circle Northeast
Persis Indian Grill
Delicious food is a small but powerful way of humans experiencing happiness.
DiningCapitol Hill
The Egg Cafe & Eatery
Locally owned, The Egg Café & Eatery serves made-to-order breakfast and lunch favorites. It is best known for unique Benedicts, Scrambled Delights and Specialty Omelets including the Ponce de Leon and Gary’s Smoked Alaskan. This local favorite is also a six-time winner of the Best of Tallahassee Awards for Best Breakfast or Best Brunch.
DiningMaclay Commerce Park
Sage Restaurant
The concept behind Sage is to offer a wide range of freshly prepared, made-from-scratch foods at good value with excellent, knowledgeable service in a casual environment. Our mission is to serve the best food, give the best service, and offer a friendly atmosphere for our guests and employees. At Sage, Chef Terry and his staff offers an eclectic, seasonal & multicultural menu showcasing the best local produce & seafood. Terry measures his success as a chef “by how many happy people leave our restaurant.”
CafeLake Ella
Tally Cat Cafe
Tally Cat Café aims to help adoptable cats become more acclimated to each other and people by providing a safe, clean environment in which they can interact with the community and gain exposure to better their chances at finding a “fur-ever” home. Guests can interact with adoptable cats while enjoying locally brewed Lucky Goat coffee. All of the cats are rescued by Leon County Humane Society as they ensure that that every cat is spayed, neutered, vaccinated, healthy and ready to be adopted.
DiningCollege Town
OG Subs
OG Subs, Salads, and Wraps uses the freshest quality ingredients combined with superior customer service to create the best eating experience possible. Bread is baked fresh and delivered daily from a local family-owned bakery.
DiningTallahassee
CK Crab House
A local black-owned seafood restaurant serving quick bites.
DiningMarket District
Little Paris Tallahassee
The Executive Chef-Owner Hervé Alcesilas is determined to discover his passion, he is a creator of flavors and a composer of tastes. Like a fashion designer or a perfumer, he shapes and assembles products to sublimate them and to obtain the most surprising flavors, he works only local and fresh products.
DiningVillage Square
Village Pizza & Pasta
Family owned and operated, Village Pizza creates gourmet pizza pies baked in brick ovens and other Italian delectables. Dough is made from scratch daily to create New York-style pie crusts that are thin and foldable, yet crispy. Sicilian thick crust is available, too. Plus scampi, calzones, seafood, handmade garlic rolls, stromboli, subs, wings, soup, salad and desserts. Plus fine wines by the glass and specialty beers. Dine indoors or out.
DiningDowntown
Bird's Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack
Locally owned restaurant providing a simple, yet expansive menu that features oysters, burgers, chicken and grouper. Casual atmosphere with live music and entertainment every night of the week.
DiningMahan Drive
The Fisherman's Wife II
No-frills, snug setting in a strip mall for fried fish, french fries, hushpuppies & cole slaw.
Tavern & TapBetton Hills
Bar@Betton
An extension of Food Glorious Food, B@B serves small plates, happy hour includes, beers, wines, cocktails and desserts.
DiningMarket Plaza
Jeri's Love on a Plate (Market Plaza)
Jeris is all about the love and youll feel the cozy the moment you walk in through the patio garden and into the door. They sport the warmest wait staff this side of the equator and Jeri knows you will come to love them the way she does! But what youll love most is the fabulous food. Using only the highest quality ingredients the chef serves up inspiring dishes that are more like refined home cooking than restaurant fare. From farm to table, they select the freshest ingredients from local growers and merchants. And when it cant be local, well bring in the Brie from France or the baguettes from the Big Apple. The fondest hope is to create a dish that will surprise your palate and leave you yearning for more. We want to tantalize your taste buds and that drives our commitment to use only the highest quality ingredients; savory meats, succulent seafood and vine-ripe fruits and vegetables.
DiningCapitol Hill
JoEllen’s
Upscale comfort and southern dishes plated to please.
DiningMidtown
Kool Beanz Cafe
Colorful and casual, this locally owned restaurant has been serving up gourmet dishes since 1996. Diners can expect delicious modern American cuisine, as well as dishes influenced by the world-wide travels of the kitchen staff.
DiningTimberlane
Rock N Roll Sushi
WE'RE PROUD TO BE THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN-STYLE SUSHI RESTAURANT FOUNDED ON GREAT FOOD AND ROCK 'N' ROLL MUSIC. BOASTING CONCEPTS AND FLAVORS THAT ARE BIG, BOLD, AND LOUD, WE'RE THE ONLY PLACE TO EXPERIENCE THE ROCK YOU LOVE AND THE ROLLS YOU LOVE WITH THE ONES YOU LOVE.
DiningMidtown
La Tiendita Mexican Restaurant
Authentic Mexican restaurant with a friendly staff, La Tiendita offers affordable, fresh and flavorful options for brealfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a filling platter of fajitas, gorditas, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, tortas and more. Be sure to order their famous creamy guacamole to top off your dish. A plethora of vegetarian options are also available.
DiningMahan Village
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant
Come enjoy some great authentic Mexican dishes, courteous & fast service at prices you're sure to love!
CafeVillage Square
Lucky Goat Coffee
Cappuccino or just plain coffee? By-the-cup single-origin or cold brew? Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, new to the coffee-drinking experience or somewhere in between, we want everyone to find something they love.
DiningCollege Park
Brick House Restaurant & Bar
Open daily, Brick Haus offers the ultimate venue for lunch, happy hour, dinner, late night bites and Sunday brunch; suitable for all ages. Dine-in or take-out freshly prepared selection of pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and more.
CafeLake Ella
Black Dog Cafe
Black Dog is a gourmet coffee shop featuring specialty coffees, teas and sodas, plus local Proof craft beer, wine, pastries and snacks. Pull up a chair and play chess or other board games with friends and like-minded strangers. Plus Literary Nights, performances by local musicians, and other special events.
DiningTallahassee
Ma's Diner
Ma's Diner is a family-style, traditional diner serving breakfast and lunch with quick and friendly service. Outdoor seating available. Ma's Diner is a Black-owned business in Tallahassee.
DiningCollege Town
Momo's Pizza - Tennessee Street
Serving “slices as big as your head” and home-brewed craft beer. The sudsy creations include Sunburst IPA, Ollie’s Irish Red, Queen’s English Brown Porter, and Blackjack Sweet Stout. Dine inside or on the patio. Plus live music by the best of Tallahassee’s talented local musicians.
DiningKillearn Estates
Brickyard Pizzeria
Brickyard is an independently owned and operated pizzeria in the northeast area of Tallahassee. Since 2005, it has served pizzas, pastas, calzones and stromboli to patrons who dine in, take out, or call for delivery. Also serving beer and wine.
DiningSouth Adams Street
SneauxBall Catering Co.
Serving the best gourmet sneauxballs in Tallahassee with handcrafted syrup made from scratch using real cane sugar. JMO's SneauxBall is the home of the cheesecake stuffed snoball. The business is local, family and Black owned.
CafeMidtown
Lucky Goat Coffee
Cappuccino or just plain coffee? By-the-cup single-origin or cold brew? Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, new to the coffee-drinking experience or somewhere in between, we want everyone to find something they love.
DiningSouthwood
Canopy Road Café
Widely known for breakfast, featuring traditional breakfasts, fluffy omelets, skillets and griddle items such as French toast, giant pancakes and signature Sweet Potato Pancakes. Canopy Road Cafe also serve a variety of lunch favorites including salads, sandwiches, wraps and juicy 1/2 pound steakburgers!
DiningOcala Corners
Sake House Japanese Bistro – Sushi Restaurant
From tempura to teriyaki and from sushi to sashimi, Kiku Japanese Fusion fuses vibrant flavors with fresh ingredients.
DiningMyers Park
The Monroe
Modern American cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere.